Criticize vs. Critique — What's the Difference?

To find fault with

Critique is a method of disciplined, systematic study of a written or oral discourse. Although critique is commonly understood as fault finding and negative judgment, it can also involve merit recognition, and in the philosophical tradition it also means a methodical practice of doubt.

To judge the merits and faults of; analyze and evaluate

A critical evaluation or analysis, especially one dealing with works of art or literature.

To act as a critic.

To evaluate or analyze critically.

To find fault (with something).

The art of criticism.

To evaluate (something), assessing its merits and faults.

An essay in which another piece of work is criticised, reviewed, etc.

Same as criticise; as, The paper criticized the new movie.

A point made to criticize something.

Find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws;

(obsolete) A critic; one who criticises.

Act as a critic;

To review something; to criticize.

The art of criticism.

A critical examination or estimate of a work of literature or art; a critical dissertation or essay; a careful and thorough analysis of any subject; a criticism; as, Kant's "Critique of Pure Reason."

A critic; one who criticises.

To criticise or pass judgment upon.

An essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play)

A serious examination and judgment of something;

Appraise critically;